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Pearson Edexcel Level 5 NVQ Diploma in Construction Management (Sustainability)
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- LevelRQF Level 5
- Total credits64
- Guided learning293 hours
- Units in this qualification34
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These are the units Pearson Education Ltd registers against this qualification. It is a catalogue, not a syllabus. Which of them you take depends on the combination the qualification requires, and that is set by the awarding body rather than by us. Every unit here is regulated, and every one you earn is yours to keep.
Analysing and Monitoring Building Services Engineering ControlsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand key parametres and control systems used in building services engineering. The unit develops skills to monitor, analyse, rectify faults, and optimise system performance to maintain effective building services operations.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the key parameters employed in effective building services engineering control systems, including temperature, humidity, pressure, and flow.
- Understand the different types of sensors and actuators used in building services engineering control systems.
- Understand the principles of control loops and feedback mechanisms.
- Monitor building services engineering control systems using appropriate tools and techniques.
- Analyse data from control systems to identify trends and anomalies.
- Rectify fault conditions on building services engineering control systems, including diagnosing and repairing faulty components.
- Adjust control system parameters to optimise the performance of building services engineering installations.
- Document changes made to control system settings and configurations.
Chairing Meetings in the Built EnvironmentReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll learn to chair meetings within the built environment sector. The unit covers preparing agendas, facilitating discussions, managing time, making decisions, and accurately documenting meeting outcomes.
What you'll be able to do
- Chair built environment meetings effectively, ensuring all participants have an opportunity to contribute.
- Manage meeting agendas and time effectively.
- Facilitate discussions and encourage constructive dialogue during built environment meetings.
- Make informed decisions during built environment meetings, based on available information and expert advice.
- Document meeting outcomes and action points accurately.
Commissioning Building Services Engineering SystemsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll learn to prepare installation status reports and commission building services engineering systems. The unit includes diagnosing faults, rectifying issues, maintaining documentation, and adhering to commissioning procedures.
What you'll be able to do
- Prepare a comprehensive report on the installation status of building services engineering systems prior to commissioning.
- Commission building services engineering plant and equipment according to established procedures and standards.
- Diagnose and rectify faults identified during the commissioning process on building services engineering systems.
- Complete and maintain accurate commissioning documentation, including test results and system configurations.
- Advise clients on the correct operation and maintenance of commissioned building services engineering systems.
Conduct a quality auditReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll develop an understanding of quality management systems and the principles of quality auditing. The unit covers preparing for, conducting, and reporting on quality audits, monitoring corrective actions, and maintaining audit records within an organisation.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of quality management systems and their application in the workplace.
- Understand the purpose and scope of a quality audit.
- Prepare for a quality audit by gathering relevant documentation and information.
- Develop an audit plan and checklist.
- Carry out a quality audit in accordance with established procedures.
- Identify areas of non-compliance and potential improvements.
- Communicate the results of a quality audit clearly and concisely to relevant stakeholders.
- Recommend corrective actions to address identified issues.
- Monitor the implementation of corrective actions and verify their effectiveness.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of the quality audit process.
Contract Valuations and Claims in Construction and the Built EnvironmentReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll gain knowledge of contract valuation principles and methods in construction projects. The unit develops skills to carry out contract valuations accurately and prepare and agree contract claims in accordance with regulations and best practices.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles and methods of contract valuations in construction projects.
- Carry out accurate and timely contract valuations in accordance with relevant regulations and industry best practices.
- Prepare and agree contract claims, ensuring that they are properly documented and justified.
Designing Engineering Solutions for the Built EnvironmentReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides knowledge of engineering design solutions for the built environment, focusing on sustainability, cost-effectiveness, and functionality. You'll be able to produce detailed design solutions and select appropriate resources for implementation.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand different engineering design solutions applicable to the built environment, considering factors such as sustainability, cost-effectiveness, and functionality
- Produce detailed engineering design solutions, incorporating relevant calculations, specifications, and drawings
- Select appropriate resources, including materials, equipment, and personnel, for the implementation of a design solution, justifying the choices made
Designing Sustainable Building Services Engineering SystemsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides an understanding of sustainable building services engineering principles and environmental impacts. You'll design sustainable systems, select appropriate materials and technologies, and produce specifications that minimise environmental effects.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of sustainable building services engineering systems.
- Understand the environmental impact of building services engineering.
- Design sustainable building services engineering systems that minimise environmental impact.
- Select appropriate materials and technologies for sustainable building services.
- Produce sustainable building services engineering specifications that meet project requirements.
- Incorporate energy efficiency measures into building services designs.
Developing Detailed Project Designs in Construction and the Built EnvironmentReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides knowledge of detailed project designs, including architectural, structural, and MEP components. You'll develop detailed design solutions, understand applicable regulations and standards, and record design results effectively.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the key components of detailed project designs within the construction and built environment sector.
- Understand the regulations and standards that apply to detailed project designs.
- Develop detailed design solutions that meet project requirements and comply with relevant regulations.
- Use appropriate software and tools to create detailed design documentation.
- Record the results of detailed designs accurately and comprehensively.
- Present detailed design information in a clear and concise manner.
Developing Working Relationships in Construction and the Built EnvironmentReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit focuses on developing effective working relationships within the construction and built environment sector. You'll understand stakeholder roles, apply strategies to build productive relationships, and engage in personal development relevant to their occupational practice.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand how to develop effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
- Develop positive and productive working relationships with individuals and teams.
- Undertake personal development activities to enhance occupational practice in the construction and built environment sector.
Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirementsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll develop the ability to monitor operational compliance with legal, regulatory, ethical, and social requirements in their area of responsibility. The unit includes identifying non-compliance and recommending improvements to ensure adherence to relevant procedures.
What you'll be able to do
- Monitor the operational compliance of procedures to ensure they meet legal, regulatory, ethical, and social requirements.
- Identify areas of non-compliance with procedures related to legal, regulatory, ethical, and social requirements within own area of responsibility.
- Make recommendations for improvements to address areas of non-compliance with procedures related to legal, regulatory, ethical, and social requirements within own area of responsibility.
Establish risk management processes for an organisationReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers risk management principles and processes within an organisation. You'll establish risk management frameworks, allocate resources, and communicate procedures to identify, assess, and mitigate risks effectively.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of risk management within own area of responsibility, including identification, assessment, and mitigation strategies.
- Establish a comprehensive risk management process for an organisation, encompassing all relevant areas and activities.
- Allocate appropriate resources to support and enable effective risk management activities across the organisation.
- Communicate risk management processes effectively across an organisation to ensure awareness and understanding at all levels.
Formulating Project Requirements in Construction and the Built EnvironmentReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand various project procurement strategies used in construction and the built environment. The unit enables them to formulate project requirements and design procurement strategies that consider stakeholder needs and project objectives.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand different project procurement strategies used in the construction and built environment sector.
- Formulate clear and comprehensive project requirements, taking into account stakeholder needs and project objectives.
- Design a suitable procurement strategy that aligns with project requirements and organisational goals.
Highway Maintenance ActivitiesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand the requirements for highway maintenance activities, including relevant legislation, standards, and computerised systems. The unit covers planning maintenance activities and testing procedures to detect highway defects.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the requirements of highway maintenance activities, including relevant legislation and standards.
- Plan highway maintenance activities, considering factors such as budget, resources, and traffic management.
- Understand standard computerised systems used for highway maintenance management and reporting.
- Understand testing procedures used to detect highway defects and assess their severity.
Innovation in Sustainable ConstructionReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides knowledge of innovation in sustainable construction, including the use of innovative materials. You'll develop and present innovative proposals that contribute to sustainability goals within construction projects.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the concept of innovation in sustainable construction practices
- Understand the use of innovative materials for sustainable construction, considering their properties and environmental impact
- Develop innovative proposals in sustainable construction, demonstrating creativity and practical application
Maintaining Health, Safety and Welfare Systems in Construction and the Built EnvironmentReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll gain knowledge of health, safety, and welfare systems in construction, including legal and organisational requirements. The unit develops skills to monitor, report, and maintain safe workplace environments and promote best safe working practices.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the key principles of health, safety and welfare systems within the construction and built environment sector.
- Understand the legal and organisational requirements for health, safety and welfare in construction.
- Monitor health, safety and welfare system information in the workplace, according to established procedures.
- Report health, safety and welfare system information accurately and promptly.
- Maintain a safe workplace environment by identifying and addressing potential hazards.
- Implement control measures to minimise risks in the workplace.
- Ensure the best safe working practices are followed by all personnel.
- Promote a positive health and safety culture within the organisation.
Manage a tendering processReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll gain an understanding of tendering processes, including key stages, legal and ethical considerations, and principles of fairness and transparency. The unit covers drawing up specifications, writing invitations to tender, responding to queries, and evaluating received tenders.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the key stages and principles of tendering processes, including legal and ethical considerations
- Draw up a clear and comprehensive specification for required products or services, outlining the essential requirements and performance criteria
- Write an invitation to tender document that is clear, concise, and informative, and communicate it effectively to prospective suppliers
- Understand how to respond fairly and consistently to pre-tender queries from potential suppliers, providing clarification and additional information as needed
- Evaluate received tenders against the pre-defined criteria, assessing their suitability and value for money
- Select a supplier based on a thorough evaluation of the tenders, and provide constructive post-tender feedback to both the successful and unsuccessful bidders
Manage physical resourcesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll gain knowledge of sustainable resource management and the environmental impact of physical resources. The unit enables them to identify, obtain, monitor, and review resources within their area of responsibility, promoting sustainability and efficient usage.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the importance of sustainability when using physical resources, including minimising waste and promoting recycling.
- Understand the environmental impact of different physical resources.
- Identify resource requirements for own area of responsibility, considering both current and future needs.
- Assess the availability and cost of required resources.
- Obtain required resources for own area of responsibility, following organisational procedures.
- Manage resource procurement and allocation effectively.
- Monitor and review the quality and usage of resources in own area of responsibility, identifying areas for improvement.
- Implement strategies to optimise resource utilisation and reduce waste.
Manage the environmental impact of work activitiesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers legal requirements and environmental policies affecting work activities. You'll assess and report on environmental impacts within their area of responsibility and implement measures to minimise negative effects.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the relevant legal requirements and environmental policies that impact on own area of responsibility, including waste management, pollution control, and energy efficiency.
- Understand how to assess the impact of work activities on the environment, including identifying potential hazards and risks.
- Understand how environmental impact can be minimised through the implementation of appropriate control measures.
- Assess and report on the environmental impact of work activities in own area of responsibility, using established methodologies.
- Identify areas for improvement and recommend appropriate actions.
- Organise work activities and resource use to minimise environmental impact, including reducing waste, conserving energy, and preventing pollution.
- Promote ongoing improvement in environmental performance by raising awareness, providing training, and encouraging participation in environmental initiatives.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of environmental control measures.
Managing Engineering Project ResourcesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides learners with skills to manage engineering project resources effectively. It covers understanding and using method statements, formulating resource requirements, procuring resources, and managing them to ensure efficient project delivery.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand method statements for managing engineering project resources effectively.
- Formulate engineering project resource requirements based on project specifications.
- Understand the processes involved in the procurement of engineering resources.
- Procure engineering resource requirements in line with organisational procedures.
- Manage engineering project resources to ensure efficient project delivery.
Managing Performance in Construction and the Built EnvironmentReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers principles and techniques for managing team and individual performance in construction and the built environment. You'll learn to allocate work, monitor performance, and provide constructive feedback to achieve organisational objectives.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of effective team and individual performance management.
- Understand different performance management techniques and their application.
- Understand the importance of setting clear performance expectations and objectives.
- Allocate work to teams and individuals based on their skills and experience.
- Delegate tasks effectively and provide necessary support.
- Monitor the performance of teams and individuals against agreed objectives.
- Provide constructive feedback to teams and individuals on their performance.
- Identify and address performance issues in a timely and effective manner.
- Implement performance improvement plans where necessary.
- Recognise and reward good performance.
Managing Tests in Construction and the Built EnvironmentReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit equips learners to manage tests in construction and the built environment according to relevant standards and procedures. You'll record and process test results while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations during testing activities.
What you'll be able to do
- Manage tests in construction and the built environment, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and procedures
- Record the results from tests accurately and comprehensively, maintaining a clear audit trail
- Process test data in construction and the built environment, analysing the results and drawing valid conclusions
Monitoring Environmental Factors and Sustainability in Construction and the Built EnvironmentReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
It teaches you to understand environmental awareness and sustainability in construction and the built environment. You'll monitor environmental factors affecting projects and record sustainability-related data to support project requirements.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the relationship between environmental awareness and sustainability in the context of construction and the built environment.
- Understand the significance of environmental factors on projects within the construction and built environment sector.
- Monitor environmental factors relevant to construction projects and sustainability requirements.
- Accurately record the results of environmental and sustainability monitoring activities.
Monitoring Projects in Construction and the Built EnvironmentReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers quality control monitoring processes for construction projects, including relevant standards and procedures. You'll implement monitoring to ensure compliance, manage project variations, and promote sustainable work practices.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand quality control monitoring processes for construction projects, including relevant standards and procedures.
- Monitor construction projects to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Understand how to manage project variations effectively, including assessing their impact and implementing appropriate solutions.
- Understand how monitoring can lead to sustainable approaches to work activity within construction projects.
Optimising the Supply Chain in Construction and the Built EnvironmentReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll explore supply chain components and stakeholder relationships within construction and the built environment. The unit develops skills to create purchasing schedules and optimise supplier performance through effective monitoring and communication.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the components of the supply chain network within the context of construction and the built environment
- Create a purchasing schedule that optimises resource allocation and minimises costs
- Understand the impact of supplier performance on project outcomes and organisational efficiency
- Optimise supplier performance through effective communication, monitoring, and performance management techniques
Plan and manage a projectReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll gain comprehensive knowledge of project management principles, processes, tools, and techniques, including Agile and Waterfall methodologies. The unit teaches you to define project scope and objectives, develop and implement project plans, and manage projects to completion.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles, processes, tools and techniques of project management, including methodologies such as Agile and Waterfall.
- Agree the scope and objectives of a project, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and stakeholder expectations.
- Identify the budget in order to develop a project plan, including resource allocation and cost control measures.
- Implement a project plan, managing tasks, timelines, and resources effectively.
- Manage a project to its conclusion, ensuring successful delivery of outcomes and benefits.
Planning Conservation Activities in Construction and the Built EnvironmentReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers factors impacting conservation activities in construction and the built environment, including environmental, historical, and regulatory considerations. You'll plan conservation activities and confirm work requirements against contract documentation.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the various factors that can impact on conservation activities within construction and the built environment, including environmental, historical, and regulatory considerations.
- Confirm conservation work requirements against relevant contract documentation, ensuring alignment and compliance.
- Understand the importance of prioritising conservation activities based on factors such as urgency, impact, and resource availability.
- Plan conservation activities effectively, taking into account all influencing factors and ensuring efficient resource allocation.
Preparing and Evaluating Supply Chain Tenders in ConstructionReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand the purpose and processes of supply chain tenders in construction. The unit develops skills to manage tender documentation and activities effectively during the estimating stage of projects.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the purpose and processes involved in supply chain tenders within the construction industry.
- Understand the content and purpose of supply chain tender documentation at the estimating stage of a construction project.
- Effectively manage supply chain tenders during the estimating stage, ensuring compliance and value for money.
Promote equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion across an organisationReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
It teaches you to promote equality of opportunity, diversity, and inclusion within an organisation. You'll understand the benefits of a diverse workforce, legal responsibilities, benchmarking methods, and communication strategies for equality and inclusion.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the benefits of an inclusive and diverse workforce for the organisation.
- Understand the organisation’s responsibilities under equality legislation and relevant codes of practice.
- Benchmark equality, diversity and inclusion practices against recognised standards.
- Communicate equality, diversity and inclusion policy and procedures effectively to all stakeholders.
- Review the effectiveness of equality, diversity and inclusion initiatives and address any identified issues.
Promote the use of technology within an organisationReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
It teaches you to develop, implement, and monitor a technology promotion strategy aligned with organisational values and customer needs. You'll analyse customer requirements and evaluate the impact of technology strategies within an organisation.
What you'll be able to do
- Develop a strategy to promote the use of technology within an organisation, in line with organisational values and customer needs
- Implement a strategy for promoting technology across an organisation
- Monitor and review the impact of an organisation’s technology strategy, in line with best practice
Providing Built Environment Related Customer Service in the WorkplaceReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers the principles of providing consistent customer service within the built environment sector. You'll learn to improve customer service systems, resolve issues effectively, and monitor customer needs and expectations to enhance service quality.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the importance of providing consistent customer service in the built environment sector.
- Understand the different methods for delivering excellent customer service.
- Improve customer service systems by identifying areas for improvement.
- Implement changes to customer service systems to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Resolve customer service issues effectively and efficiently.
- Monitor customers’ needs and expectations through feedback and communication.
- Adapt customer service approaches to meet individual customer requirements.
Support the culture of an organisationReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll develop an understanding of organisational culture and its influence on behaviour and performance. The unit covers agreeing values and objectives with stakeholders and monitoring their effectiveness in supporting the organisation's culture.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the concept of organisational culture and its impact on performance.
- Agree values and objectives with relevant stakeholders in support of an organisation’s culture.
- Monitor objectives and their effectiveness in promoting and maintaining the desired organisational culture.
Surveying in Construction and the Built EnvironmentReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand survey requirements for planned developments, including legal and regulatory considerations. The unit teaches you to carry out various surveys using appropriate equipment and techniques and to present survey data accurately.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the survey requirements for planned developments, including legal and regulatory considerations
- Carry out different types of surveys, such as topographical, boundary, and utility surveys, using appropriate equipment and techniques
- Present survey data accurately and effectively, using appropriate formats such as maps, plans, and reports
Using Specialist Software in Construction and the Built EnvironmentReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers the functions and applications of specialist software in construction and the built environment. You'll develop proficiency in using such software to solve complex sector-specific problems accurately.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the functions and applications of specialist software used in construction and the built environment
- Use specialist software in construction and the built environment to solve complex problems, demonstrating proficiency and accuracy
Work Scheduling and Procurement in Construction and the Built EnvironmentReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand work scheduling and procurement principles in construction and the built environment. The unit develops their ability to create work schedules and procurement programmes that comply with regulations and meet project requirements.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of work scheduling in construction and the built environment
- Develop schedules of work for sector projects, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards
- Understand the principles of procurement in construction and the built environment
- Develop a procurement programme that meets project requirements and organisational objectives
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Analysing and Monitoring Building Services Engineering ControlsChairing Meetings in the Built EnvironmentCommissioning Building Services Engineering SystemsConduct a quality auditContract Valuations and Claims in Construction and the Built EnvironmentDesigning Engineering Solutions for the Built EnvironmentDesigning Sustainable Building Services Engineering SystemsDeveloping Detailed Project Designs in Construction and the Built Environment
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Pearson Edexcel Level 5 NVQ Diploma in Construction Management (Sustainability)
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- Develop Environmental Technology System Design Solutions
- Develop the culture of your organisation
- Evaluate community factors in planning and conservation
- Evaluating & Presenting Sustainable Development Policy Plans
- Identify survey and information requirements in planning, conservation and building control
- Identifying sustainability and protecting the environment in kitchen, bedroom and bathroom design
- Improve social and environmental performance of building products processes
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Learners will understand key parametres and control systems used in building services engineering. The unit develops skills to monitor, analyse, rectify faults, and optimise system performance to maintain effective building services operations.
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- Analysing and Monitoring Building Services Engineering Controls
- Chairing Meetings in the Built Environment
- Commissioning Building Services Engineering Systems
- Conduct a quality audit
- Contract Valuations and Claims in Construction and the Built Environment
- Designing Engineering Solutions for the Built Environment
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